🚨 Pediatric Code (PALS) Dose Card
UseA rapid reference during pediatric resuscitation. It does not replace the PALS algorithm, two-person dose ver…
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SourceAmerican Heart Association. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) guidelines
Runs locally in your browser (no PHI uploaded). For licensed clinicians — not a substitute for clinical judgement.
Stored on this device for revisit reminders
This-shift next steps
After scoring: open the scene pack, peer scores, and the matching pathway. Local reference — no HIS write.
Scene next step
📋med safetyOpen scene pack →Related scores
Score + version; reference only — not a substitute for care · no HIS write
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Methodology · worked example, guidelines & full notes
Clinical takeaway
Read back the drug and dose before administration.
When to use
A rapid reference during pediatric resuscitation. It does not replace the PALS algorithm, two-person dose verification or high-quality CPR.
How it works
Epinephrine 0.01 mg/kg IV/IO (max 1 mg) q3–5min; amiodarone 5 mg/kg; adenosine 0.1 → 0.2 mg/kg; defibrillation 2 → 4 J/kg; fluid 20 mL/kg.
Key points
- Read back the drug and dose before administration.
- Measure weight where possible or use a Broselow tape.
- Use 10 mL/kg fluid boluses in cardiogenic shock, DKA and neonates.
- Verify all doses against your institution's protocol and the latest PALS guideline.
References
- [Guideline / primary source]American Heart Association. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) guidelines
Verification & sources · governance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- What are the limits and cautions when using Pediatric Code (PALS) Dose Card?
- For licensed clinicians and clinical researchers. Interpret results with history, investigations and local protocols; not a diagnosis or prescription, and not a substitute for multidisciplinary decision-making or local guidelines.
- Does Pediatric Code (PALS) Dose Card upload patient data? Where is it calculated?
- Calculation runs locally in the browser; inputs and results are not uploaded. For licensed clinicians only; interpret with history, investigations and local protocols — not a diagnosis or prescription.